Cybersafety / Cybersecurity / Privacy
Avast Blog – 1.18.23
When it comes to the internet, most of us only scratch the surface. The vast majority of what we know and use on a daily basis is the “surface web,” which includes all the sites that can be easily accessed through a search engine like Google or Bing. But beyond the surface web lies a much larger and mysterious realm known as the “deep web.” And within that deep web lies an even more secretive and controversial corner of the internet known as the “dark web.”
Source: What’s on the dark web in 2023?
Cybersafety / Cybersecurity / Privacy, Holidays / Black Friday - Cyber Monday
Avast Blog – 12.19.22
The holiday season is upon us, and many of us are looking forward to soon unwrapping the latest and greatest tech gadgets. From smartphones and smart speakers to fitness trackers and home security cameras, there are plenty of exciting new toys to choose from.
Source: Privacy concerns with this year’s hottest tech gadgets
Cybersafety / Cybersecurity / Privacy
Avast Blog – 12.14.22
Phishing scams are on the rise, with millions of people falling victim to these online scams every year. In fact, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, phishing scams accounted for more than half of all reported cybercrime incidents in 2020. This shows just how widespread and successful these attacks can be.
Source: The easy way to protect yourself from almost all phishing scams
Cybersafety / Cybersecurity / Privacy, Holidays / Black Friday - Cyber Monday
Avast Blog – 12.8.22
The holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time to start shopping for gifts. But it’s not just the hustle and bustle of the holiday season that you need to be aware of; there are also online scams that target unsuspecting consumers. Whether you’re shopping online or browsing social media, understanding these 9 common online scams can help keep your family safe this holiday season.
Source: 9 online scams to watch out for this holiday season
Cybersafety / Cybersecurity / Privacy
Avast Blog – 12.6.22
Last week, an international group of law enforcement agencies took down one of the biggest criminal operators of a spoofing-as-a-service enterprise. Called iSpoof, it collected more than $120M from victims across Europe, Australia, Ukraine, Canada, and the United States. During the 16 months of the site’s operation, the group took in more than $3.8M in fees from its victims.
Source: International police operation takes down iSpoof
